1977 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Duster weights approximately 325 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Escort | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Duster |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 937 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2673 mm |
